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February 14, 2013

In Love . . .

"Love"Happy Valentine's Day!

A few weeks ago, my art group was given a challenge to create an altered envelope inspired byGustav Klimt. An Austrian symbolist painter, Klimt was known to be an extraordinary admirer of the female persuasion. I completed my envelope and will reveal it in a future post; however, in the process of creating my mail art, I renewed my fascination with all things "Klimt".

One of Klimt's most famous paintings, "The Lovers", depicts a couple caught in an intimate embrace. Rumoured to be Klimt and one of his many "lovers", I've always been intrigued by their story. So, a few days ago I pulled out a sketchbook and allowed my Muse to play with my interpretation of another Klimt painting. "Awwww" . . . . she murmured as my pencil flew and my imagination soared.

As much as I loved my drawing, it seemed incomplete. Known for his use of geometric forms and color, sadly, my drawing lacked Klimt's bold hues. Modern technology was called into play: I quickly scanned my drawing and played with "filters" in a photo editing program. "Ohhhhh!", said My Muse, as she danced around with computer mouse in hand! "That's more like it!", she uttered breathlessly! Yes, I fell in love with my "Klimt interpretation" of love!

May your Valentine's Day be filled with love and creativity in many forms!

4 comments:

love the drawing and the color on it! Klimt is one of my favorites! happy valentine's day to you!I have tried three times to leave a message with this stupid prove you aren't a robot-I'll try once more

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